Windsurf Lessons cabarete
If you ask yourself if Cabarete is a suitable place to learn windsurfing, we have a clear answer! Yes !
Cabarete is an amazing place to learn windsurfing in the Caribbean. No matter if you are a complete beginner, intermediate windsurfer, or an expert. The spot in Cabarete offers a great variety of conditions to satisfy all levels.
All our windsurf instructors in Cabarete hold an international teaching certificate from the VDWS, RYA or similar organisations. They all speak several languages, have a great lot of teaching experience, and most important are absolutely passionate about windsurfing and sharing that passion with others.
BEGINNER SECTION – for all of you who like to start Windsurfing
INTERMEDIATE SECTION – for those who like to use shorter Boards and start planing
ADVANCED SECTION – for the ones who like to learn a special maneuver or a new discipline.
Our offers
Beginner
Advanced
Beginner
Windsurf Beginner Discovery
Duration: 6 hours- Over min. 3 Days
Duration: 6 hours- Over min. 3 Days
Objectives
Learn the basics of Windsurfing
Objectives
Learn the basics of Windsurfing
Duration: 6 hours- Over min. 3 Days
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Wetsuit
- Life Jacket
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
For all of you who never tried windsurfing before, you will learn the very basics. For the ones who have had some windsurfing experience before, we will pick up on the things you remember, refresh knowledge and skills and make sure you feel safe and comfortable on the water.
During these 6 hours, you will learn the very basics of Windsurfing.
From how to lift the sail up from the water to the first rides in both directions.
Typically splitted in 3 sessions of 2 hours, it will take place according to the wind conditions.
NB: in DPC Sicily, price displayed for group or private tuition is per hour and per person.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
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Special Rental (Only In Combination With Starter & Refresher Training)
- After a Refresher Course - you have the possibility to rent your gear for 5 or 10 hours
Windsurf Beginner Full Course
Duration: 10 hours- Over min. 5 Days
Duration: 10 hours- Over min. 5 Days
Objectives
Learn how to ride and do turns in both directions
Objectives
Learn how to ride and do turns in both directions
Duration: 10 hours- Over min. 5 Days
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
For those ready to dive into Windsurfing seriously — this is for you!
Over 10 hours in a small group setting, you’ll go from the very basics all the way to confidently riding and turning on a board with a daggerboard.
The time is usually spread across 5 days of 2 hours each, scheduled based on wind conditions to make the most of your time on the water.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
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Special Rental (Only In Combination With Starter & Refresher Training)
- After a Refresher Course - you have the possibility to rent your gear for 5 or 10 hours
Windsurf Beginner Refresher
Duration: 4 hours- Over min. 2 Days
Duration: 4 hours- Over min. 2 Days
Objectives
Refresh your knowledge
Objectives
Refresh your knowledge
Duration: 4 hours- Over min. 2 Days
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
- Certificate
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
You have done some windsurfing before but that was a while ago and you are not sure how much you remember?
We will pick up on the things you remember, refresh your knowledge and your skills, and make sure you feel safe and comfortable on the water.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Addons
-
Special Rental (Only In Combination With Starter & Refresher Training)
- After a Refresher Course - you have the possibility to rent your gear for 5 or 10 hours
Windsurf Waterstart Course
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Objectives
Learn the waterstart
Objectives
Learn the waterstart
Duration: 2 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
Take your windsurf to the next level. You will learn how to Waterstart which is one of the most important things you will need while windsurfing.
Once you have mastered waterstarting, you are able to windsurf in almost any wind conditions: Freedom!
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Advanced
Footstraps & Planning Course
Duration: 6 hours
Duration: 6 hours
Objectives
Get the real feel of windsurfing : planning!
Objectives
Get the real feel of windsurfing : planning!
Duration: 6 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
You can ride upwind on long runs, stear the board and hook in the harness? Time to level up!
Footstraps & planning gets you where the stoke is real. You'll learn to control the speed, and fly over the water, best feeling ever.
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
Windsurf Trick Time
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours
Objectives
Improve your skills
Objectives
Improve your skills
Duration: 2 hours
Included/Excluded
- Board
- Sail
- Harness
- Wetsuit
- Insurance
Don't forget
- Swimming costume/shorts
- Sunscreen
- Towel
Information
Once you are comfortable with waterstart, harness, footstraps and riding upwind on a small board, the doors are wide open to start learning new tricks.
Call it Fast Tack, Jibe, Duck jibe, Jumps and grab, there is an infinity of new moves to master to make sure you don't get bored 😉
Requirements
You can swim comfortably in open sea
BOOK YOUR ACCOMMODATION WITH ION CLUB
COURSE ORGANISATION AND SAFETY
We understand that besides professional tuition, the most important thing when it comes to improving your windsurfing skills is time to practise. Our instructors will create a safe learning environment, enabling you to train and to receive professional feedback on your actions.
Depending on the type of lesson and content we either teach you in small groups or individually.
In order to provide you with instant feedback especially during our advanced lesson program, our instructors use Radio Headsets enabling them to communicate with you while riding.
Flexibility
We understand that choosing a Windsurfing lesson package from home might be difficult. Don´t worry! No matter which package you choose, if during the lesson the instructor realizes that another package would be more suitable for you, you can always change that on site. You will never have to join a lesson, which actually doesn´t suit your expectations or level.
After every session your instructor will give you detailed feedback and recommendation on how to continue – no matter which course you initially booked. Your success and progress is all that matters to us!
A word about
ION CLUB Cabarete
While searching for the route to the Indies, Christopher Columbus discovered the island of Hispaniola in 1492. Today, the island is divided into two parts: Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Cabarete is located on the north coast, which has become a real paradise for kitesurfers, and more recently for wingfoilers. The village has grown since the 90's, and has become a cosmopolitan meeting place at the beach as well as on the lagoon, with ideal sailing conditions most of the year. It is here in Cabarete that our ION CLUB Dominican Republic center is located, next to the Villa Taina Hotel, south of the lagoon.
BEST PERIODS
December, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September
WIND
The wind in Cabarete is often light in the morning, but it strengthens around noon under the influence of the trade winds. The best wind conditions are from January to March and from June to September. The reef is about 600 meters from the beach, ideal for wave lovers, and has depth. In the large lagoon the water is flat and easy to access. Sometimes there are chops, but this spot always offers easy and safe sailing conditions. From May to October just in front of ION CLUB Cabarete, the wind is side shore and comes from the right, varying between 20 and 25 knots. From November to April, the wind is more side-offshore and less constant, and the waves are higher and more frequent. Wave lovers, you have been warned! Cabarete is the most famous place for kitesurfing and wingfoiling in the Dominican Republic.
WAVES
From November to April , the conditions are perfect for intermediate wave riders and wave freaks. Upwind of the center there is a shallow water section where beginners and intermediates feel comfortable and the tuition conditions are excellent. Beginners and intermediates can practice close to the shore while more experienced windsurfers can conquer the waves on the reef.
HOW TO GET TO CABARETE ?
Puerto Plata Airport
The closest airport to Cabarete is the Gregorio Luperon International Airport in Puerto Plata, on the north coast of the island and about 30 km west of Cabarete. Taxi services are available at all times as well as car rental services. Few flights from Europe land in Puerto Plata in recent years. If you choose to come via Puerto Plata, it is better to fly via Frankfurt or North America.
Santo Domingo Airport
An easier trip from France and Western Europe would be arriving at the international airport Las Americas in Santo Domingo, which is located in the capital on the south coast of the Dominican Republic. It is about a 3h 30 - 4h drive from Cabarete. The Spanish airlines Iberia and Air Europa offer flights via Madrid almost every day. On site, taxi and car rental services are available at all times. Rental cars can usually be returned to the airport in Puerto Plata.
Santo Domingo Airport
An easier trip from France and Western Europe would be arriving at the international airport Las Americas in Santo Domingo, which is located in the capital on the south coast of the Dominican Republic. It is about a 3h 30 - 4h drive from Cabarete. The Spanish airlines Iberia and Air Europa offer flights via Madrid almost every day. On site, taxi and car rental services are available at all times. Rental cars can usually be returned to the airport in Puerto Plata.
Santiago - Cibao Airport
The third airport is the Cibao International Airport in Santiago, only an hour away from Cabarete. For those transiting from Eastern Europe, it is recommended to first take a connecting flight at the nearest and most convenient airport from a Western European city, and then take a direct flight to Puerto Plata.
Plaza Caribwind Calle Principal de Cabarete 57000, Cabarete, Dominican Republic
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A story of pioneer since 1985
YEARS EXPERIENCE
COUNTRIES
CENTERS
Sports
YEARS EXPERIENCE
COUNTRIES
CENTERS
SPORTS
The story of the ION CLUB tells of people who have turned their passion for windsurfing and kitesurfing into a profession. Since its founding in 1985, customer orientation, team spirit, innovation and professionalism have been the top priorities of our corporate philosophy.
The ION CLUB / Club Mistral has gained a lot of experience in the 30 years of its existence and has developed more and more into a company that focuses on communicating with guests and fulfilling their needs and wishes.
With 16 water sports schools worldwide, we are one of the leading companies in this field. ION CLUB has a network of international partners in different countries. We strive to be international and multicultural and express this through the selection of our employees, who currently come from 24 different countries.